I have slowly built up a hatred for the town of Maryville. I don't know one thing alone that has made me hate this place but I honestly can't understand how anyone has been able to live here for more than two years. My parents attended Northwest in the 80's and after they graduated and bounced around the work force for a few years they came back to the University and worked for the next 20 years. My sister and I were born in Maryville and until the ripe old age of seven I lived in Maryville. Then my mom got a job at Iowa State University and we were moved to Ames, IA. At the time I thought my world was ending, and so did my sister. We didn't know what we would do without our school, friends, and town. Looking back on it I can't tell my parents how grateful I am that they moved us out of this town. I don't know if it's the size --- actually yes I do. Who wants to live somewhere where all you can do is go to Wal Mart, eat crappy food and get drunk at frat houses? I sure don't. Another reason may be that the campus is sworming with Greek Life. Which if I haven't made clear I can't stand. It makes me feel like I'm right back in highschool where your surrounded by clicks and girls in highheels and flower headbands. Thankfully I am transferring to a Graphic Design school in Kansas City, MO where there is not only shopping, but shows and musicals. I. Can't. Wait.
I'm glad you're going to get the chance to go to a specialized school and to experience living in Kansas City. KC is a hidden gem in the arts--there's an active visual arts community and writers community, as well as a great music scene. (And I agree with you about Maryville; when I was younger and single, I hated living here!)
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